OECD Digital Economy Outlook 2020
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The OECD Digital Economy Outlook 2020 examines trends and analyses emerging opportunities and challenges in the digital economy. It highlights how OECD countries and partner economies are taking advantage of information and communication technologies (ICTs) and the Internet to meet their public policy objectives. Through comparative evidence, it informs policy makers of regulatory practices and policy options to help maximise the potential of the digital economy as a driver for innovation and inclusive growth.
This third edition of the OECD Digital Economy Outlook provides a holistic overview of converging trends, policy developments and data on both the supply and demand sides of the digital economy. It illustrates how the digital transformation is affecting economies and societies. Finally, it provides a special focus on how the COVID-19 pandemic is amplifying opportunities and challenges from the digital transformation.
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Evolving business models
Digital technologies are enabling business models and organisations. In some cases, firms are creating entirely new markets. In others, new players are shaking up the terrain, forcing traditional businesses to reinvent themselves to survive. This chapter examines new e-commerce business models and their implications for policy. It discusses the variety of business models adopted by online platforms, as well as implications for work in the digital era. Finally, it sheds light on the changes in business models and work practices implied by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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